Junior Arborist/Trainee Climber

Ferns Group; Kent (WA); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company vehicle

On-site parking

Referral programme

Descripción de la vacante

Ferns Group, a family-run utilities and reinstatement specialist, invites applicants to start as a trainee climber. Based in Kent, you’ll be supported with arboriculture training, progressing toward a full climbing role while working in 2–3 person teams on highways, public spaces, and green areas.

You don’t need to be fully qualified; 1–2 years in arboriculture or Level 2 Arb are acceptable. A positive, safety-conscious attitude and a full UK driving licence are essential for ongoing learning on

Formación

• 1–2 years’ experience in arboriculture OR college qualification/Level 2 Arb
• Confident with basic tree climbing & pruning
• NPTC/LANTRA units: CS30/31; CS38 (Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue)
• Positive, safety-conscious attitude
• Willingness to learn from senior climbers
• Full UK driving licence

Responsabilidades

• Assist with aerial work, climbing, pruning and basic dismantles
• Carry out ground operations including chainsaw work, chipping and branch handling
• Work with modern machinery and equipment (MEWPs, chippers, rigging equipment)
• Follow industry safety standards and best practice
• Learn from experienced Climbing Arborists and Supervisors
• Progress into more complex climbing as skills develop

Conocimientos

Tree climbing

Ground work

CS30/31

CS38

UK driving licence

Safety mindset

Willingness to learn

Educación

Level 2 Arb

Herramientas

MEWP

Chipper operation

NRSWA qualifications

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Ferns Group are a family run business with over 25 years’ experience as an established Utilities and Reinstatement company, specialising in Telecoms Civils, and tailored reinstatement services.

Location

Kent

Our Mission is “to be the preferred choice in our field by adding value to our business partners without compromise to quality, safety or the environment.”

Job Summary

At Ferns Forestry, we’re shaping safe, sustainable environments for communities to thrive.

With over 25 years of expertise, we deliver exceptional arboriculture, landscaping, and infrastructure services across the South East. Join our growing team and take your career to new heights.

If you’ve got 1–2 years’ experience or have completed college-level arboriculture and want to become a confident climber, we’ll train you, support you, and give you a clear pathway into a full Climber role.

What You’ll Be Doing

Working in professional 2–3 person teams, you’ll support our Arborists on a variety of tree work across highways, public realm and green spaces.

You Will

• Assist with aerial work, climbing, pruning and basic dismantles
• Carry out ground operations including chainsaw work, chipping and branch handling
• Work with modern machinery and equipment (MEWPs, chippers, rigging equipment)
• Follow industry safety standards and best practice
• Learn from experienced Climbing Arborists and Supervisors
• Progress into more complex climbing as your skills develop

Who We’re Looking For

You don’t need to be a fully qualified climber – just someone with core skills and the right attitude.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in arboriculture OR college qualification/Level 2 Arb
• Confident with basic tree climbing & pruning
• NPTC/LANTRA units:
• CS30/31 (Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-Cutting)
• CS38 (Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue)
• A positive, safety-conscious attitude
• Willingness to learn from senior climbers
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• CS39 – Chainsaw from Rope & Harness
• CS40 / CS41
• IPAF MEWP
• UA Utility qualifications
• NRSWA Signing, Lighting & Guarding

Hours

47.5 hours per week

Monday to Friday

Participation in 24-hour emergency standby may be required.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, company vehicle, and benefits.
• Ongoing training and development (including fencing and arboriculture skills).
• A supportive team culture within a growing business.
• Varied, rewarding projects with the chance to make a visible impact.
• Full PPE, climbing kit, and uniform provided.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Ferns Group are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and committed to treating all our employees and job applicants equally. We embrace equal opportunities, including working with the prison service, and are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.

All applicants must have rights to work in the UK and be willing to undertake the relevant pre-employment screening checks should your application be successful.